uncommon1900-1945

1923 Soviet Union 5 Rubles Air Mail Stamp

Name: 1923 Soviet Union 5 Rubles Air Mail Stamp
Brand: Soviet Union

Soviet Union · 1923 · 5 Rubles

This stamp features an early monoplane flying over a landscape, framed by an ornate border. The denomination '5 РУБ.' (5 Rubles) and the year '1923' are prominently displayed at the bottom, with 'АВИОПОЧТА' (Air Mail) at the top.

Issued shortly after the formation of the Soviet Union, this stamp belongs to the first definitive airmail series, reflecting the new nation's efforts to establish air communication and modernize its infrastructure.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

airmail aviation airplane landscape

Catalog Numbers

scottC4

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$75

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$45

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$25

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$15

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.